compensate
US /ˈkɑːm.pən.seɪt/
UK /ˈkɑːm.pən.seɪt/
1.
补偿, 赔偿
give (someone) something, typically money, in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury incurred; recompense.
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The company will compensate employees for their travel expenses.
公司将补偿员工的差旅费。
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Nothing can truly compensate for the loss of a loved one.
没有什么能真正弥补失去亲人的痛苦。
2.
弥补, 抵消
reduce or counteract (something undesirable) by exerting an opposite force or effect.
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His enthusiasm compensated for his lack of experience.
他的热情弥补了经验的不足。
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The extra weight of the equipment was compensated by the lighter material of the frame.
设备的额外重量被框架的轻质材料抵消了。